Sunday, January 29, 2012

The winter weather outside may be dreary, miserable and dull but that doesn't mean you have to be as well! With all this wrapping up warm we are having to do recently, here at Just Fabrics we are encouraging our customers to look forward to spring by customising those winter woollies with the bright addition of knitted spring flowers.

These creations are available in many different styles sizes and colours, so you are sure to find something to put a little spring sunshine into your dreary old knitwear. It is so easy to customise your winter scarf, cardigan, hat, gloves with the addition of these bright and cheerful flowers. All you have to do is choose flower you like best and with a few simple hand stitches you can sew your spring flower to your knitwear. Then voíla! you have transformed those old winter woollies into warm and fashionable in an instant. If you are unsure of how to attach the flowers to your garment, out friendly and helpful staff will be happy to guide you, or alternatively, you could read our Just Fabrics guide to hand sewing:http://just-fabrics.blogspot.com/2011/06/back-to-basics-lesson-1-hand-sewing.html

Why not let us know your favourite flower choice or even better send us a picture of how you used your knitted flower to customise your knitwear?
We love to hear from you, so get knitting and show us your creations!

We would like to dedicate today's blog post to John Francis, the founder of family business, Just Fabrics, who sadly passed away, aged 64, on the 04.01.2012 at home surrounded by close friends and family.

Just Fabrics was originally started as a market stall in Chatham in the late 1980's. Due to the stall's popularity the business was able to expand and by the early1990's the business had branched out across Kent with stores opening in Chatham, Gillingham and Canterbury. The Chatham branch was then taken over by John's daughter Kerry in 1996 and still remains today.

A tribute for John was posted in the Medway Messenger on the 16th Jan 2012, it said;

"A FORMER Medwaybusinessman and Conservative Kent county councillor has died after a battle with cancer.

John Francis, 64, who was the founder of family-run business Just Fabrics, in the Pentagon Shopping Centre, in Chatham, lived in the Lordswood area of Chatham for many years."

Many of the staff and customers of Just Fabrics, old and new, still remember John with great affection and we here at Just Fabrics would like to thank them for the kindness and support they have shown over the years and during this hard-time.

From friends, family and all of us at Just Fabrics, you will be greatly missed.

Friday, July 1, 2011

We are constantly asked here at Just Fabrics by customers, friends and family how to thread a sewing machine. Some say it is like riding a bike others forget the skill as soon as they walk away from the machine. Whether you are a complete beginner or going back to sewing after years of neglecting your machine, this Just Fabrics's blog post is here to help you learn to thread a machine.
We have posted this excellent video that has been made by a fashion student, that is trying to encourage people to sew with her website start sewing UK.

If you missed our other 'Back to Basics' guides please click on the link bellow:

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Here at Just Fabrics we have a variety of 100% cotton fabrics available in store that could make your perfect summer dress. With a variety of patterns and fabrics available, those of any age can have a unique, summery addition their wardrobe this summer. Whether you are going to a wedding, on holiday or having a barbecue: Just Fabrics can help you make a simple summer dress that will make you feel glamorous and gorgeous throughout the summer.

The Butterick pattern BB5637, is available in store in sizes 6-24 and is a fast, easy and simple to make. This modern and fashionable pattern will flatter women of all figures and can be made unique with any of our 100% cotton fabrics that are featured bellow.

You can also make your little ones a beautiful summer dress with Simplicity pattern 3854 which is available in store today. Dee, a Just Fabrics staff member, has made this beautiful summer dress out of our cupcake fabric and is . This dress is featured in our shop window and will look stunning in any our 100% cotton fabrics that are available in the Just Fabrics store at £6.99. Our friendly, experienced and helpful staff are happy to advise any customers that would like to make a summer dress of any shape or style.

Here are the 100% cotton fabric prints that are available at Just Fabrics at £6.99 per metre.

If you would like to purchase any of of the products you have seen on this blog, you can order by phoning 01634 827063.